Principal Labor Economist

UKG • ,

8d • $145,600 - $209,300

About The Position

UKG is seeking a Principal Labor Economist to join a highly strategic and forward-looking analytics and insights function focused on shaping the future of workforce intelligence. This role will serve as a senior thought leader and trusted advisor, guiding the evolution of workforce and labor market analytics. You will connect labor economics, macroeconomic trends, and financial systems to shape both internal strategy and external market positioning. This role requires a highly autonomous leader who thrives in ambiguity and operates at the intersection of data, strategy, and influence. You will architect advanced analytical frameworks, develop forecasting models, and translate complex economic insights into actionable strategies that impact executive decision-making and product innovation.

Requirements

• Master’s or PhD in Economics, Econometrics, or related discipline
• 7–10+ years of experience in economic analysis, including exposure to financial services (banking, asset management, fintech, or consulting)
• Deep expertise in labor economics and its intersection with macroeconomic and financial trends
• Strong experience developing advanced econometric models, forecasting frameworks, and analytical methodologies
• Expertise working with large, complex datasets and modern statistical/AI-driven techniques

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive outcomes across complex, cross-functional initiatives
• Proven external presence (publications, speaking engagements, industry involvement)
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to simplify and translate complex concepts for diverse audiences
• Experience embedding analytics into products or client-facing solutions

Responsibilities

• Establish and expand thought leadership in labor economics through publications, speaking engagements, and industry engagement
• Define and advance the strategic direction of workforce and labor market analytics aligned to long-term business objectives
• Lead complex, high-impact, cross-functional initiatives with significant visibility and strategic importance
• Develop advanced economic models, forecasting frameworks, and scenario analyses to guide strategic planning
• Integrate large-scale internal workforce data with external macroeconomic and financial indicators to produce differentiated insights
• Anticipate economic, regulatory, and market shifts, translating them into new analytical approaches and product opportunities
• Partner with product, strategy, and data science teams to embed economic insights into client-facing solutions
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, influencing decisions through data-driven recommendations
• Communicate complex economic concepts clearly to executive, technical, and external audiences
• Mentor and elevate team capability in advanced economic analysis, modeling, and methodology

Benefits

• Flexibility that’s real
• Benefits you can count on
• Performance-based bonus plan
• Restricted stock unit awards
• Learn more about UKG’s benefits and rewards at https://www.ukg.com/about-us/careers/benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal